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ARFID CONNECT

A small, supportive 5-week group for young people

aged 12–17 with ARFID

ARFID Connect is a small, supportive online/in-person group for young people with ARFID. It’s a chance to meet others who get it, feel less alone, and build confidence around food, sensory challenges, anxiety and everyday life with ARFID.

Facilitated by Helen Dean, Eating Disorder Recovery Clinician,  Accredited Practising Dietitian & Registered Counsellor

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What to expect

  • Small, supportive groups

  • Meet other young people who understand ARFID

  • No pressure to eat or try foods during the group

  • Support around sensory differences, anxiety and food challenges

  • Practical strategies and shared experiences

  • Relaxed and neurodiversity-affirming environment

Choose your ARFID Connect group

  • A small, supportive 5-week group for young people aged 12–17 with ARFID


    Starts Oct 10

    165 Australian dollars

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  • Available Online

    The UK session will remain at 9:00–10:00 am UK time throughout the program


    Starts Oct 11

    165 Australian dollars

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  • Available Online

    Wednesdays – afternoon/evening North American time (Thursday mornings in Melbourne)


    Starts Oct 8

    165 Australian dollars

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*Price displayed is in Australian Dollars (AUD)

Important Note on Time Zones

All dates and times displayed below are shown by default in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT / Melbourne Time).

If you are joining us from overseas or a different state, you can easily view the schedule in your own local time:

  • How to change it: Look for the small "Time Zone" dropdown menu located right above the booking calendar grid.

  • Select your city or region, and the entire 5-day schedule will automatically convert to your exact local clock.

  • Your confirmation email and calendar invitation will also be issued in the time zone you select during checkout.

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hdean1974@gmail.com

0412 855 347

​Private consulting

Children and Adolescent Dietitian

Ivanhoe East| In-person and telehealth available

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​In-person​ location:​

221 Lower Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe East ​,Melbourne

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